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Mildred Barry Garvin
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| Member of the New Jersey General Assembly from the 27th Legislative District | |
| In office January 12, 1982 – January 12, 1988 |
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| Preceded by | Buddy Fortunato Carl Orechio |
| Succeeded by | Stephanie R. Bush |
| Member of the New Jersey General Assembly from the 26th Legislative District | |
| In office January 10, 1978 – January 12, 1982 |
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| Preceded by | Eldridge Hawkins |
| Succeeded by | Dean Gallo Leanna Brown |
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| Born | November 29, 1929 Chicago, Illinois |
| Died | June 13, 1993 (aged 63) |
| Political party | Democratic |
Mildred Barry Garvin (November 29, 1929 – June 13, 1993) was an important American politician. She was a member of the Democratic Party. She served in the New Jersey General Assembly, which is like the state's law-making body. She helped make laws for New Jersey from 1978 to 1988.
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About Mildred Barry Garvin
Her Early Life and Education
Mildred Barry Garvin was born on November 29, 1929, in Chicago, Illinois. She went to DuSable High School there. Later, she continued her education at the University of Illinois and William Paterson State College.
A Career in Public Service
Mildred Garvin had a strong career in public service. She worked at Rutgers University as a Director of Special Projects and Internships. This role involved helping students get practical experience.
She made history in the East Orange School District. She was the first African American person to serve on its board of education. This board helps guide the local schools. She even became the president of the board. She was also the first African American to join the board of directors for the East Orange Public Library. This board helps manage the library.
Her Time in the Assembly
In 1977, Mildred Garvin was elected to the New Jersey General Assembly. This is where state laws are discussed and passed. She represented the 26th Legislative District first. After some changes to the district maps, she then served the 27th District.
While in the Assembly, she was part of the Education Committee. This was a great fit, as she had already spent 12 years working with the East Orange Board of Education. She worked hard to improve education in New Jersey. She served three terms in the 27th District.
In 1991, she became the President of the NAACP for the Oranges and Maplewood area. The NAACP is a civil rights organization. She also worked with national groups like the National Black Caucus of State Legislators. These groups help state lawmakers work together on important issues.
Awards and Recognition
Mildred Barry Garvin received many honors for her dedication and hard work. She was given the State Family Planning Legislator's Recognition Award. She also received the Mary Senatore Award from the Essex County Federation of Democratic Women. Another honor was the Exemplary State Officials Award from the Morris County Chapter of the Association of Black Educators.
Legacy
Mildred Barry Garvin passed away on June 13, 1993. After her death, the Governor of New Jersey, James Florio, honored her. He ordered that state flags be flown at half-staff in her memory. This was a special way to show respect for her service.
To continue her legacy, the New Jersey Historical Commission created the Mildred Barry Garvin Prize. This award honors teachers in New Jersey. It recognizes educators who do an outstanding job teaching African-American history.
